19 Days |

12 Jyotirlinga Darshan

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JAMNAGAR

DWARKA

SOMNATH

DIU

MUMBAI

NASHIK

SHIRDI

Tour Overview

18 Nights 19 day 12 Jyotirlingas tour takes you to the sacred shrines which act as the holy adobe of the Linga. It is believed that paying homage at the holy shrines of Lord Shiva helps you to wash away your all sins and attain salvation. It is a spiritual journey of Hindus that brings them one step closer to god. According to legends, there is a total of 64 jyotirlingas temples, only 12 of them are presumed to be very auspicious and highly revered among them. In this tour, you will be covering Maharashtra, Gujrat, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Tamilnadu, Uttrakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand. After visiting these jyotirlingas you will become calm, chaste, and pure. It is also believed that your wishes will be fulfilled after visiting these sacred places of Lord Shiva. So Let’s plan a trip, where your all wishes will get granted. You will not only visit the 12th Jyotirlingas in the different parts of India, but you will also explore many other important temples and tourist attractions with different types of environment, geological conditions, and cultures.

Tour highlights

Visit of 12 sacred Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva.
05 storied Dwarkadheesh Temple.
Explore the beaches of Dwarka and Rameshwaram. Explore the tourist destination in Bombay.
Visit of 08 states by road, Train, air.
Experience the boat ride on river Ganges inVaranasi.
Shirdi Sai Temple and Shani Singnapur
Madurai Meenakshi temple.
Kedarnath Temple visit by Helicopter.
02 Overnight train Journey during the tour.
True experience diverse Indian cultures, life style and marvelous architecture of temples

Itinerary

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Day 1: Jamnagar - Dwarka (140kms/ 3hrs approx.)

Upon arrival from Jamnagar Airport, you will be transferred by road to Dwarka. Dwarka is one of the most ancient cities of India and it is a very famous pilgrimage site for Hindu because of its temples. Dwarka is located on the confluence of Gomti River and Arab Ocean
On arrival you will check-in your hotel and later visit the Ancient Dwarkadish Temple, this temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and here you will darshan a black-marble idol of Lord Krishna. According to legend, this temple was built by the grandson of Krishna, Vajranbha, over the presidential palace of Lord Krishna. The temple structure is supported by 72 pillars and its height almost 80 meters. The Jagat Mandir is the main sanctum of the temple and it has also a hall for the devotees and the hall roof is supported by 60 pillars. After having the Darshan of the temple and you can participate in every prayer.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Dwarka - Somnath Temple by (240 km / 5-6 hrs.)

Early morning you will Nageshwar Jyotirlina and attend the Abhishek prayer in the temple.
Post breakfast drive by road to Somnath. On arrival you will check-in your hotel and later Somnath Jyotilinga Temple, which is the part of 12 th Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva. Here you will see magnificent architecture of Temple.
After visiting you will attend the evening prayer ceremony at the Temple.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Somnath - Diu road (90kms/ 2-3hrs )- Diu – Bombay by flight and Bombay

Early morning you will visit Somanth temple and attend Morning Prayer. Post breakfast, check-out from your hotel and later you will be transfer to Diu airport in time for your flight to Bombay. On arrival you will check-in your hotel and rest of the day at
your leisure or you can visit some tourist destinations like Gateway of India, Marine drive, Siddi Vinayak temple, Prince of wales museum and, local markets. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 4: Mumbai to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga by road (200kms/ 4-5hrs)

Post breakfast check-out from your hotel and drive by road to Bhimashankar. Bhimashankar is a major Hindu pilgrimage place, which is located 200kms north from Bombay. Bhimashankar is an old shrine and one the 12 Jyotirlingas and it is also the source of Bhima River.
On arrival, you will check-in your hotel and later visit Bhimashankar Temple. The architecture of this temple is a composite of old and new structures. Here you will see the different types of ancient sculptors of Vishwakarma. This temple's mains sanctum is located at a lower level.
After visiting the temple, you will be visiting the Bhimashankar wildlife sanctuary. This park is hosts many wild animals like leopard, Jackal, and Indian Pangolin. Here you will find Indian giant squirrel, which we couldn't find in another wildlife sanctuary. It is also important for the species of birds like spotted eagle, small sunbird, black eagle and grey hornbill. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Bhimshakar – Nashik - Shridi by road (300kms)

Post breakfast drive by road to Nashik and visit Trimbakeshwar temple, which is just 30kms before from Nashik city. On arrival, you will be visiting Trimbakeshwar Temple, which is dedicated to Lord shiva and it is also the part 12th Jyotirlinga temple. After visiting the Trimbakeshwar Temple drive by road to Shirdi.
On arrival you will check-in your hotel and evening visit Shirdi Sai Temple. Shirdi Sai Temple one of the most visited temples in India and it attacks millions of Hindu devotees every year from the different part of the world. Devotees come here see the blessing of Sai Baba, it is said that Sai baba compete the wish of their every devotees and people come to visit here so many times. Pay homage at the Shridi Sai Temple and attend the evening prayer ceremony. You can also visit some other temples likes Khandoba, Samadi Mandir etc.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 : Shirdi – Shani Signapur by road ( 80kms/ 2-3hrs) and Shani Singnapur – Grishneshwar Temple by road (100kms/ 2-3hrs approx.) and Grishneshwar – Aurangabad by road (30kms/ 1hrs)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and later drive early by road to Shani Shansignapur, it is just 02 hours drive away from Shirdi and it is very important to visit Shani Shingapur temple after having the Darshan of Shirdi Sai Baba. It is known for as the home of Lord Shaneshwara ( Shani Mahadev). This town is also famous for not having the door of most homes.
After having the Darshan of Shani Temple, you will drive by road to Aurangabad en- route visit Grishneshwar Temple. This temple is one the 12th Joyithilinga of lord Shiva. The men are allowed to enter the main sanctum without a shirt and you will have to remove your leather shoes, belt, and purse. After having the Darsham of Grishneshwar Temple, drive to Aurangabad.
On arrival you will check-in your hotel and rest of the day free at hotel or you can visit Aurangabad caves and Bibi Ka Makbara.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 : Aurangabad – Indore by flight via connecting Bombay and Indore – Ujjain by road 60kms /1-2hrs

Post breakfast check-out from your hotel and you will be transfer to Aurangabad airport in time for your flight to Indore which will be via connecting Bombay.
On arrival from Indore airport you will drive by road to Ujjain. On arrival you will check-in your hotel and later visit Mahakaleshwat Temple. Attend the Bhasam Aarti.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 : Ujjain – Omkarshwar – Indore by road (220kms/ 6-7hrs approx.)

Post breakfast drive to Omkareshwar, Omkarshwar is located on the bank of Narmada river and it is one of the 12th Jyotirlingas shrines of Lord Shiva. This Temple is located on the Island, one part of Island is called Omkareshwar and 2nd part is called Amareshwar On arrival you wil be visiting Omkareshwar Temple and having the darshan of main Jyotirlings and attend the prayer ceremony at Temple. After visiting temple return back to your hotel in Indore. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09- Indore --Hyderbad by flight and Hyderabad – Srisailam by road (230km/ 4- 5hrs approx.)

Post breakfast check-out from your hotel and transfer to Indore airport in time for your flight to Hyderabad. On arrival from Hyderabad airport, you will transfer by road to Srisailam.
Srisailam is located 230kms south from Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh states. This temple is located near to Srisailam Tiger reserve.
On arrival, you will check-in your hotel and later you visit Malikarjunga Jyotirlinga temple and attend the evening prayer ceremony. You can also visit some nearby temples and take a boat ride in Srisailam Dam which is built on Krishna River.
Overnight at hotel

Day 10- Srisailam- Hyderbad by road (230kms/ 4-5hrs approx.)

Morning breakfast at hotel and later check-out drive by road to Hyderabad. On arrival you will check-in your hotel and later visit Char Minar, Selarjung Museum, Hussain Sagar and taste local famous Hyderabadi Biryani.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 11- Hyderabad – Madurai by flight and Madurai – Rameshwaram by road (175kms/ 3-4hrs approx.)

Post breakfast check-out from your hotel, transfer to Hyderabad airport for your flight to Madurai. On arrival you at Madurai airport you will be visiting Meenakshi Aman Temple and it is dedicated to Meenakshi, a another form of Parvati.
After visiting the temple drive to Rameshwaram. On arrival you will check-in your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Rameshwaram – Madurai by road (175kms/ 3-4hrs approx.) and Madurai – Delhi by flight

Early morning you will be visiting Ramesharam Jyotirlinga Temple and will be part of Mani Darshan, Samudra Snan, Kund Snan and Abhishekam.
Later come back to your hotel for breakfast.
Later you will be transfer to Madurai airport in time for your flight to Delhi. On arrival you will check-in your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Delhi – Haridwar by morning Train and Haridwar Guptkashi by Road (210kms/ 6-7hrs approx.)

Early morning packed breakfast from your hotel and transfer to Delhi Railway station for your train to Haridwar. On arrival from Haridwar railway station, you will be transfer directly by road to Guptakashi. You will be driven along the river Mandakini at Tilwara and enjoy the breath-taking view of snowcapped Himalayas.
Guptkashi means “ Hidden Kashi” and it is said that Pandawas brothers were searching to Lord Shiva, who was hidden in Guptkashi. Guptkashi is quite a large town and it is located 50kms before from the holy shrine Kedarnath and its famous for its ancient house and temples.
On arrival, you will check-in your hotel and later you will be visiting Ardh Narishwar Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple and you can have a holy steam bath in Manikarnika Kund.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 14: Guptkashi – Phata (15 km) – Kedarnath – Phata – Guptkashi

Post breakfast you will be transfer to Phata Helipad, from here you will be taken by helicopter to Kedarnath Temple. On arrival you will be visiting Kedarnath Temple. Kedarnath Temple is one the 12 th Jyotirlinga of lord shiva. This small valley is covered from the snow capped mountains. It is said that it was built by 05 Pandavas . Spend 2hrs to explore the Kedarnath temple and perform Puja ritual.
Later you will be taken back by helicopter at Phata Helipad and return by car to Guptakashi.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Guptkashi – Haridwar (205 km) overnight train to Varanasi

Arrivals from Varanasi Railway station transfer to your hotel and relax.
This evening you will be taken to the Ganges to see the prayer ceremony. Two of the most famous ghatsManikarnika and Harishchandra are frequented by hundreds of devotees. These two ghats are famous enough not only for taking a sacred dip, but also for cremation purposes. Hindus strongly believe that anyone who dies in Varanasi and is cremated on the bank of the Ganga river achieves salvation, freeing them from this cycle of birth. You can attend many funeral pyres that burn in these ghats.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 16: Varanasi – Deoghar by overnigh train.

Early in the morning we take you for a boat trip in the Ganges where you can see the sunrise. Also consider taking a bath during the boat ride as this was possible on an extended platform of the boat by the sailor of the boat.
After breakfast follow the city tour of Varanasi. We take you for a city tour by visiting the famous Hindu university Benaras and the Bharat Mata temple. At the Hindu University of Benaras, interact with university students in an interactive seminar led by the University. Kashi Vishvanath Temple and Bharat Mata temple, offer the puja to the deity of the temple. Also take a stroll through the narrow streets of Varanasi.
Later visit Sarnath. Sarnath has very interesting remains which consist of ancient stupas, temples and monasteries. The stupas Dharmarajika, Chaukhandi and Dharnek are exceptional. The beautifully polished lion capital of Ashoka is also very fascinating to see. There is a rich library in Sarnath with a Mula Gandha Kutir Vihara where you can see excellent frescoes by Kosetsu Nosu. In Sarnath, you can also visit the Sarnath Museum which contains some of the fine specimens of Buddhist sculpture. Evening you will be transfer to Varanasi railway station in time for your train to Deogarh.
Overnight journey on Train.

Day 17

Day 18: Deogarh – Baidyanath – Basukinath (40 km)

After arriving at the railway station, you will be transfer to your pre-booked hotel and relax for a while. After having breakfast visit Baba Baidyanath Jyotilinga Temple and participate Ahishek of lord Shiva and perform Puja rituals.
Later visit the Basukiath Temple . it is said that to be the courte of Baba Bholoe Nath. Here you will find Shiv and Parvati temple stand in the front of each other. During the evening when the gates of both temples open up, all devotees are advised to move from the gates, as it is believed that Lord Shiva and Parvati meet each other.
After visiting the temple return back to Doegarh.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 19 : Deogarh Railway station drop

Post breakfast you will be transfer Devgarh railway station in time for your train to onewards destination.